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NPR News: 09-08-2026 6AM EDT

Sep 8, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Canada imposed retaliatory tariffs on US goods, sparking fears of economic damage to industries like autos and tourism. Meanwhile, Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have wounded dozens and raised fears of renewed war in Yemen. In the US, NTSB investigators are examining an Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami that killed five people. European leaders reacted with shock to a far-right victory in a German state, while New Hampshire prepares for its primary election following Senator Jeanne Shaheen’s retirement.

Topics discussed

Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs on US goods Economic impact of tariffs on US industries Houthi attacks wound over 70 in Saudi Arabia Houthi targets and response to Saudi airstrikes Red Sea shipping disruptions and Amazon plane crash NTSB investigation into Amazon cargo plane crash Details on crash victims and ongoing recovery French leaders react to German far-right election win French foreign minister criticizes German far-right party Political parallels between France and Germany New Hampshire primary election candidates Sponsor message for EasyCater
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